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Counselor on Assignment at Commonwealth Charter Academy

Commonwealth Charter Academy · Pennsylvania, United States Of America · Onsite

2025-10-01 14:00:00.0

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JobID: 5588

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Counselor on Assignment

Date Posted:
9/30/2025

Location:
Pennsylvania - Any CCA Family Service Center

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Position Summary

Working from one of our Family Service Centers in Pennsylvania, the Counselor on Assignment will virtually assist students and parents/learning coaches with course selection, scheduling and will be the initial point of contact for student concerns that span multiple subject areas as well as non-academic issues. As a CCA Counselor on Assignment, the employee will be hired as a permanent, full-time staff member. The Counselor on Assignment will fill needs within our K-12 school on either daily or several day/week placements.

The Counselor on Assignment will become an expert on course and credit requirements and will work with the Manager of Counseling Services to establish counseling processes for students.

In order to be successful in any role at CCA, employee must carry out all responsibilities in such a way that demonstrates and models the values of CCA, abides by all standards and behaves in a professional and engaged manner at all times.

Responsibilities:

Advise students and families related to academics, college and career planning and graduation
Keep abreast of all high school graduation requirements, including special requirements such as community service, and communicate this information to the high school administrators
Assist students and parents with the secondary school course selection process according to specific state credit and graduation requirements and student needs and interests. An integral part of this process is assisting students and parents to develop a Four Year Plan for meeting graduation requirements
Advise students with issues related to dropping courses and changing schedules, seeking support as needed, while ensuring that the school’s course selection and drop policies are adhered to
Follow procedures to ensure that Commonwealth Charter Academy transcripts are accurate and up-to-date
Work with the administrative assistants to obtain school records from the student’s previous school (where applicable) and forwarding student records when appropriate
Implement programs for students and families related to social or emotional adjustment issues
Work with school teams to identify and help families to access school and community resources
Coordinate with a team of high school teachers to help identify students who are “at risk” or “in crisis”. Act as a point of contact for these students and families, communicating regularly with them
Implement efforts to secure complete and accurate records for Commonwealth Charter Academy students
Support families through the school withdrawal process, assisting with data collection regarding withdrawal
Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for the school and serve as a key member of the Student Support Team (MTSS)
Receive training in Student Assistance Program (SAP) and become an active member on SAP team
Participate and give feedback during 504 and IEP meetings for students with 504s and IEPs.
Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being as obligated by law, administrative regulations, or ethical standards. Stay abreast of all state regulations relating to incident reporting and documentation
Assist teachers when students enroll mid-semester, ensuring that teachers receive guidance on integrating the students into their coursework, and that previous grades, credits, and evaluations are handled appropriately
Communicate with the Curriculum Team to ensure that curriculum offerings meet state requirements.
Implement special programs such as Advanced Placement support, Graduation projects, career readiness, and college entrance preparation
Understand the requirements for and assist families in the registration and preparation for exams such as Keystones, PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams
Help students to research and understand their post-secondary career and educational options
Assist with student preparation of applications for college and jobs
Educate students and parents about college admissions requirements and financial aid
Support professional development activities for teachers and school staff members
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain good rapport with students, families, and colleagues.
Self-motivated
Excellent attention to detail
Strong Organizational and time-management skills
High degree of flexibility
Team player with demonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment
Willingness and ability to instruct and/or lead counseling-focused lessons
Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
Family focused approach

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role. Requires the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend or stand as necessary. Ability to travel to other sites/locations as needed.

Position Type

Full-time
Exempt
Salary

Travel

Travel may be required for this position.

Required Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in Counseling or Related Field
Pennsylvania Counselor certification
2 years of relevant work experience

Preferred Education and Experience

5 years of relevant work experience
SAP Certification (K-12)

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Valid PA Driver’s License
Appropriate Automobile Insurance Coverage

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Commonwealth Charter Academy is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.

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